1. Height

By growing these trees in burlap bags, the roots grow into the cloth, rather than circling around a pot. This forces these trees to put out thousands of fine hair roots. These roots bring moisture and nutrients into the plants. This means you get a tree that will become established quicker and provide you with superior and faster growth.

These will be the easiest trees you have ever planted! Simply dig your hole, place the Drop 'N Grow™ bag in the center (burlap included) then use excess dirt to fill the hole. That's it!

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The benefits of the Drop ‘N Grow™ bag…

By growing these trees in burlap bags, the roots grow into the cloth, rather than circling around a pot. This forces these trees to put out thousands of fine hair roots. These roots bring moisture and nutrients into the plants. This means you get a tree that will become established quicker and provide you with superior and faster growth.

These will be the easiest trees you have ever planted! Simply dig your hole, place the Drop 'N Grow™ bag in the center (burlap included) then use excess dirt to fill the hole. That's it!

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Ships week of Apr 2

Only 0 left Order Now!

Ships week of Apr 2

Shipped to you in our Drop 'N Grow™

The benefits of the Drop ‘N Grow™ bag…

By growing these trees in burlap bags, the roots grow into the cloth, rather than circling around a pot. This forces these trees to put out thousands of fine hair roots. These roots bring moisture and nutrients into the plants. This means you get a tree that will become established quicker and provide you with superior and faster growth.

These will be the easiest trees you have ever planted! Simply dig your hole, place the Drop 'N Grow™ bag in the center (burlap included) then use excess dirt to fill the hole. That's it!

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3. Extras

-t-Tree Planting Kit

Tree Planting Kit

Getting your tree off to the right start can more than double its growth rate. Use our planting kit so your tree is ready for explosive growth.

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Customer Reviews

My crimson king maple came very professionally packed. I was able to get it in the ground within 24 hours. Ordering in March, the tree already had buds on it. After a little root stimulator, and regular watering, this tree has bloomed out wonderfully. The color is absolutely amazing. Crimson to deep purple!! Wow. This is exactly why I bought this tree. The color. All my neighbors have been commenting on how pretty it is. I am very thankful to Fast Growing Trees for their professionalism, and quality products. As soon as Im done writing this review, Im purchasing some more trees!! Thanks again for a fantastic experience

My tree arrived much later than Fast-Growing-Trees promised, with that being said, the top was bent in half and the leaves looked wilted and very dry. We planted it immediately and have given it plenty of water. Many weeks later, and the top has not straightened out, and the leaves are still wilted and dry

Planting & Care

It's Easy to Plant & Care for Your Crimson King Maple

The Crimson King maple tree (Acer platanoides 'Crimson King') is a very unique maple that is quite cold tolerant, drought resistant and provides year round attractive foliage. The striking, purple foliage is present on the tree from spring until fall. Best suited for USDA growing zones 4-7, the tree can take cold snaps as low as -20 degrees and is very adaptable to wide array of soil types providing there is no standing water. The crimson king prefers a full to partial sun exposure and will mature to heights of anywhere between 40-50 feet tall and 25-35 feet wide. The unique, long lasting color and mature size makes it a fantastic shade tree for your landscape!

Location: Tolerant of soggy soils, crimson maples grow nicely on any fertile soil that is not alkaline in pH. Once established, it tolerates droughts with little harm although infrequent, deep irrigation will help retain more foliage in extremely dry periods, especially in regions with hot summers. Select a spot where the tree is in full to partial sun exposure.

Planting instructions:1) Make a hole for the maple that’s 2-3 times the width of your tree’s root ball and equal depth.2) Remove your maple from its container and ensure root moisture.3) Place your tree in the planting hole, keeping the top of the root ball even with the ground.4) Spread the roots out evenly and surround them with dirt, tamping down to avoid air pockets, which can dry out the roots of your tree.5) Fill a small amount of the soil into the hole to maintain the tree’s upright position and water thoroughly.6) Once the water has absorbed into the root ball and surrounding soil, fill the remaining soil into the planting hole. Pack firmly and water a second time.7) Mulch to retain soil moisture and keep competing growth away from the planting site.

Watering: During its formative years, your crimson maple will require weekly watering of at least 1½ inches of water. Even as it matures, your tree will still need plenty of water during the summer months. Be sure to water correctly, light green leaves are a sign of over-watering, while drooping leaves signify both over-watering and under-watering.

Fertilization: During the first growing season, use only slow-release fertilizer tablets on your new maple. Refrain from using stronger fertilization methods until your tree becomes more established. Any 10-10-10 fertilizer, such as Miracle Grow will be suitable. Fertilize your crimson maple twice a month when it is coming out of dormancy and once a month during the summer. Discontinue before the tree returns to its dormant state.

Weed Control: Do not permit weeds and lawn any closer than 2-3 feet from your maple in the first year. Pull the weeds initially, and then utilize a growing mat or mulch. Insulate the roots 2-4 inches and replenish as needed. Do not spray pesticides on a young maple, and ensure that wind does not blow chemical drift onto your tree.

Pruning: Since maple trees bleed sap when their branches are cut, the best time to prune is when the leaves have fully matured. At this time, there will be less sap. Remove all dead or dying branches. Do this before you start cutting live branches; it will give you a better idea of what your tree looks like and how many of the live branches you’re going to need to cut. Decide which branches you’re going to cut before you start cutting. Look for large branches growing at narrow angles to the main trunk, branches that are rubbing others or branches that are growing inwards and crossing others. Remove the larger branches. To do this, make the first cut all the way through the branch, at least a foot from the main tree trunk. Use two cuts; the first should begin underneath the branch and go upwards, with the second starting on the top and going down to meet the first. With the weight gone, you can finish cutting the remainder of the branch without struggling with the extra length of the branch.

I've only seen one in Oklahoma. It is a beautiful Crimson color all year, also has a beautiful shape too. I have wanted one for a long time, but could not find one at any of tree nurseries within driving distance. I really wanted a larger one. Just glad we found you on line and I am getting one of these beautiful trees. Anna

I've only seen one in Oklahoma. It is a beautiful Crimson color all year, also has a beautiful shape too. I have wanted one for a long time, but could not find one at any of tree nurseries within driving distance. I really wanted a larger one. Just glad we found you on line and I am getting one of these beautiful trees. Anna

BEST ANSWER:During its formative years, your maple will require weekly watering of at least 1½ inches of water. Even as it matures, your tree will still need plenty of water during the summer months. Be sure, though, to water correctly. Light green leaves are a sign of over-watering, while drooping leaves signify both over-watering and under-watering.

BEST ANSWER:During its formative years, your maple will require weekly watering of at least 1½ inches of water. Even as it matures, your tree will still need plenty of water during the summer months. Be sure, though, to water correctly. Light green leaves are a sign of over-watering, while drooping leaves signify both over-watering and under-watering.

BEST ANSWER:The leaves will begin to appear in the last week of April/early May if you are at the same latitude and climate as Lansing, Michigan. Ours have done this consistently for the last five years.

BEST ANSWER:The leaves will begin to appear in the last week of April/early May if you are at the same latitude and climate as Lansing, Michigan. Ours have done this consistently for the last five years.

I bought one from FGT last year and it has fully leafed out. Check the tips of the branches. They have red growth tips that are pliable, wait it out. If the growth tips are grayish and brittle, they are dead. Check further down the main stem though because new growth can emerge from there below ant areas that might have died.

BEST ANSWER:When you find new growth at the base of your tree you should remove it as it will deter the top growth from getting the proper amount of water. You should do that with all trees. I hope this helps.

BEST ANSWER:When you find new growth at the base of your tree you should remove it as it will deter the top growth from getting the proper amount of water. You should do that with all trees. I hope this helps.

BEST ANSWER:i think the better choice would be to remove the grass by hand then lay down a liner to prevent grass and weeds from growing i cover the liner with mulch and wood chips.just for info this is the second year since planting and the growth is starting to really show this year.

BEST ANSWER:i think the better choice would be to remove the grass by hand then lay down a liner to prevent grass and weeds from growing i cover the liner with mulch and wood chips.just for info this is the second year since planting and the growth is starting to really show this year.

I would Not, do that. My partner did around his beloved baby birch trees and we lost a bunch last year. Get down and do the old fashion way, pull the weeds. It's just not worth the risk in my mind. Hope that helps.

Does this tree need fertilizer? We planted it last summer and it looks great. I just want to keep it looking that way. Indiana. It survived winter and boys playing football next to it! We are new to Indiana so we don't understand the weather or the soil!

BEST ANSWER:Hello Shannon, we purchased the same tree Spring of 2015 (and we also live in Indiana[Indy]. Ours seems to be doing well also and survived the winter. I made sure to wrap the trunk with burlap during the harshest winter months and also placed a piece of black drainage around the base of it to keep the animals from chewing on it for food. Throughout the year I make sure it's got plenty of rainwater (rain barrel) and give it a general organic fertilizer several times. Good luck with gardening in Indiana. It can be a challenge at times.

BEST ANSWER:Hello Shannon, we purchased the same tree Spring of 2015 (and we also live in Indiana[Indy]. Ours seems to be doing well also and survived the winter. I made sure to wrap the trunk with burlap during the harshest winter months and also placed a piece of black drainage around the base of it to keep the animals from chewing on it for food. Throughout the year I make sure it's got plenty of rainwater (rain barrel) and give it a general organic fertilizer several times. Good luck with gardening in Indiana. It can be a challenge at times.

During the first growing season, use only slow-release fertilizer tablets on your new maple. Refrain from using stronger fertilization methods until your tree becomes more established. Any 10-10-10 fertilizer, such as Miracle Grow, will be suitable. Fertilize your Maple twice a month when it is coming out of dormancy, and once a month during the summer. Discontinue before the tree returns to its dormant state.

BEST ANSWER:Hey Bill, We bought our dad a Crimson King maple tree for Father's Day last year. (June) He planted the tree the same day and it's doing GREAT! I've always heard October is the best time to plant trees but June must be ok too as long as you keep it watered!

BEST ANSWER:Hey Bill, We bought our dad a Crimson King maple tree for Father's Day last year. (June) He planted the tree the same day and it's doing GREAT! I've always heard October is the best time to plant trees but June must be ok too as long as you keep it watered!

Spring and fall are best times but Summer can be alright if not too hot. Just keep well watered. I bought 2 crimson king maples last year and planted then end of June. They are doing great even after a brutal winter here in Massachusetts.

We just lost our chokecherry tree and would like to plant another tree ASAP. What are your recommendations on removing the stump and preparing the ground for another new tree? We're interested in the red maple or the Crimson King Maple. What would be best for ND in the Red River Valley?Connie P. in Grand Forks, ND

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BEST ANSWER:I'm in the suburbs of Minneapolis and our Crimson King is doing great. It's a slow grower but the color is fantastic so far.

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